Posts Tagged ‘fishing’
Exceptional estate with spectacular coastal setting
Glenstriven is an exceptional quality residential, sporting and waterside estate, extending in total to about 1,041 acres. Located in Argyll and presented to the market by Strutt and Parker, it was purchased by the current owners in the early 1980s and during the past 30 years has been developed and improved in many ways. Glenstriven…
Read MoreBook review – The Cod Hunters by John Goodlad
For the best part of a century, cod was the mainstay of the Shetland fishing industry, and intrepid skippers criss-crossed the north Atlantic in search of the richest grounds. Trips of three months’ duration were not uncommon, and the lives of fishermen, many as young as 14, were fraught with incredible danger and discomfort. In…
Read MoreThis beautiful country house has incredible views
A wonderful country home with views of Ben Lomond and beyond, and an additional two bedroom cottage, is now for sale. Presented by Savills, Craighat is a wonderful country home which is thought to date from around 1875 and has been in the present family’s ownership for over 50 years. Traditionally late Victorian in design,…
Read MoreWestlands and Lilliardsedge offer breaks to suit you
Two beautiful holiday parks in the south of Scotland are offering a host of delights for all. Westlands Country Park is the home of Scotland’s finest clay pigeon shooting ground and fishing ponds. Whether it be pulling a 12lb tiger trout, shooting a 140ft high crosser or simply relaxing in a hot tub while watching…
Read MoreFall for the charm of a private seaside haven
A historic lodge set against a picturesque backdrop of colourful shoreline stretching over a glistening loch is on the market. Originally built in the 19th century, North Lodge in Tarbert, Argyll and Bute, is located on extensive 31-acre private grounds and benefits from direct access to the waters of Loch Fyne. The strong sense of…
Read MoreSix bedroom listed Ayrshire mansion is now on the market
A six bedroom B-listed Georgian mansion with a wealth of period features is now for sale. Glendoune House, in Girvan, South Ayrshire, is presented to the market by Galbraith. Built in 1800 for Spencer Boyd of Penkill, in 1845 Boyd sold Glendoune to the Rt Hon T F Kennedy of Dunure who sold it shortly…
Read MoreStunning views and peaceful living in central Scotland
An attractive county property in an elevated position commanding exceptional views of the Clyde Valley is now for sale. Ashdean, in Crossford, near Carluke, South Lanarkshire, is presented for sale by Galbraith, giving views over the River Clyde and the surrounding countryside. Ashdean comprises of a traditional house with a useful range of outbuildings which…
Read MoreAn ideal home for the whole family in Fife
A Fife property with an attractive harled exterior under a red pan-tiled roof is now for sale. 18 Burnside North in North Cupar, Fife, is presented for sale by Galbraith, and the well-presented accommodation is arranged over two floors. The ground floor comprises awell proportioned sitting room, modern kitchen, w/c and hall. Upstairs there are…
Read MoreA bright bungalow offering great country aspects
A spacious detached bungalow offering tremendous countryside views is now for sale. Presented by Galbraith, Roundlewood, near Kelso, enjoys an excellent rural location a short distance to the north east of Stichill. The property enjoys magnificent south easterly outlooks over the Tweed Valley to the Cheviots. Roundlewood is an attractive modern detached bungalow offering versatile,…
Read MoreArchitect-designed property is top of the range
An impressive architect-designed house with bright and spacious accommodation is now for sale. Presented by Galbraith, Morla is a most impressive detached house situated in a peaceful yet easily accessible rural location near Keith, in Moray. Sitting in an elevated position, the house enjoys stunning views, particularly to the south. Completed in 2014, the house…
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